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Rich from the start. Beginning with a Creole-style butter roux ensures the gumbo has a deep, luxe flavor that perfectly ...

Okra thrives in the heat - both in the garden and in the kitchen. As the merciless summer sun beats down, okra plants produce pod after pod, giving home cooks pounds of produce to prepare or preserve.

Okra should be tender, but not mushy. We cook it for about two hours, stirring every half hour or so before freezing. (Photo by Ann Maloney, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune) Each summer, my ...

This recipe's garden-fresh veggies remind us of warmer days, while its heartiness helps counter the chill still in the air. Best of all, it's a shortcut version of a Southern favorite: gumbo soup, ...

Once sidelined for its slimy texture, chefs now grill, roast and pickle okra on plates from California to Lagos. With the vegetable transforming into a centerpiece and its global market nearing $11.11 ...

This okra gumbo puts a vegetable-forward spin on the classic Southern dish. With the addition of matzoh balls (see Matzoh Balls recipe), it makes a perfect plate for Passover Seders. Food historian ...